2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
